Preparing to undergo laser hair removal involves shaving 24 hours beforehand for optimal results. The treatment works by targeting pigment located at the roots of your hair; otherwise it will pass unnoticed and produce that familiar burnt-hair smell.
Shaving
Shaving is an effective way to remove unwanted body hair. However, overdoing it may result in ingrown hairs which cause itching and redness on your skin as well as potential cuts or nicks – so it is crucial that you shave carefully, especially prior to laser hair removal appointments.
Shaving removes the outermost layer of hair to help stop its regrowth, so it’s advisable to shave at least 24 hours prior to an appointment so there will be enough hair targeted by laser.
Laser treatments heat and damage hair follicles to inhibit their future growth, but if there is too much hair present, the laser may instead singe the surrounding tissue, rendering treatment less effective and possibly increasing pain levels.
Before having laser hair removal done, shaving can help avoid painful ingrown hairs, redness and itching on the skin. Plus, laser is one of the more permanent ways of getting rid of unwanted body hair; also requires minimal upkeep compared to waxing and shaving which require frequent appointments that leave skin raw and sensitive after.
Laser hair removal generally doesn’t cause any adverse side effects, aside from temporary reddening of the skin that will fade quickly. But to maximize results of treatments, shaving is crucial!
Prior to laser hair removal treatments, it’s always wise to shave. Avoid plucking and waxing as these methods pull hairs from their follicles rather than targeting their roots; leaving nothing for the laser to target; this could result in poor results or even damage the skin. Shaving prior to laser treatment promotes enough hair growth while decreasing ingrown hairs or irritation afterward; additionally we advise continuing this practice after each laser session as your regrow hairs should become finer and sparser over time.
Exfoliating
If you regularly wax, shave, or use an epilator, it is advised to refrain from these methods at least 24 hours prior to scheduling laser hair removal treatment. These options work by extracting hair follicles out of their sockets so when used with laser technology they no longer help detect pigment and remove unwanted hair effectively.
Shaving is an effective and safe way to remove excess body hair before laser sessions; however, it can also be time-consuming and cause painful nicks and cuts on sensitive skin types. Carelessness with razor blade can also cause irritation as well as bacteria build-up that leads to acne breakouts.
Shaving can leave your skin feeling extremely dry, leading to itchy and irritated patches that make laser treatments uncomfortable or even painful. Since this effect could take time to go away, it is advisable to apply a moisturizing cream after each session as soon as possible.
Before laser treatment, it is also wise to refrain from exfoliating with harsh exfoliants like scrubs. Too much harsh scrubbing could cause abrasions that hinder its effectiveness as the laser targets pigment in hair follicles; any such injuries on your skin could make reaching them much more challenging.
Last, only use a clean and sharp razor to shave areas that will be treated, taking care not to do it too close to your appointment as this can cause razor burn and increase pain during treatment. Also, try not to perform other forms of hair removal such as plucking, waxing or threading for at least one month prior to scheduling an appointment with us.
Laser hair removal is one of the most permanent solutions to eliminate unwanted body hair, but you must commit to regular sessions and be patient during this process. Once past this hurdle, however, laser treatments offer many additional advantages over their traditional counterparts.
Avoiding Sunlight
Before scheduling laser hair removal treatments, it’s crucial to limit sunlight. Direct sunlight will impede with the process and could render it ineffective, so try staying out of direct sunlight as much as possible in the weeks leading up to treatment; if necessary, make sure your sunscreen has an SPF rating of at least 30 and use broad spectrum SPF products if outdoors. Furthermore, avoid tanning beds and artificial tans as these will discolor your skin further, diminishing effectiveness of laser treatment.
Laser light treatments target hair follicles below the surface of skin. Without visible hair above, your treatment won’t be effective and shave the area that will be treated before your appointment. Other methods, such as waxing, sugaring or plucking aren’t advised because these practices disrupt hair follicles and compromise its functioning.
Shaving 24 hours prior to an appointment is ideal as this allows just enough hair growth for the laser to target, without excessively increasing hair loss due to overgrowth. Shaving too close could cause small temporary grazes on top of your skin that will take several days to heal completely.
One reason it is beneficial to wait several days between shaving and laser hair removal appointments is so your skin’s oils can replenish themselves. If your skin is already dry when you arrive for your appointment, chances are it will become itchy or irritated during treatment and could worsen during this stage.
Before your treatment, it is wise to forego using skincare products containing benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid or retinol that could increase photosensitivity of your skin – these ingredients could cause the laser to over-treat your skin and cause burning or other damage.
Avoiding Other Hair Removal Methods
Shaving, waxing, using depilatory creams and tweezing are time-consuming methods of hair removal that don’t give great results or comfort. Laser hair removal provides a permanent and more efficient alternative, but to maximize results follow these instructions before scheduling an appointment:
For optimal results in laser hair removal sessions, it is wise to refrain from other hair removal methods in the weeks leading up to laser therapy sessions. Not only are these practices harmful for your skin but they can also impede results; for instance plucking and waxing can cause your follicles to become blocked with dead cells that make laser’s light beam difficult in reaching and damaging them.
Prior to your laser treatment, it is a good idea to avoid shaving as this will reduce thermal injury to the surface of your skin caused by laser light energy, leaving behind temporary grazes that take several days to heal.
As with waxing and plucking, it is wise to avoid waxing and plucking in the weeks preceding a laser treatment. Both methods work under the assumption that hair grows at an equal pace; in reality it grows at different rates due to hormonal fluctuations; waxing and plucking disrupts this natural cycle by pulling out your locks at unexpected moments.
Hair growth may continue uncontrollably between laser treatments. Therefore, additional sessions may be necessary in order to fully eliminate unwanted hair.
Before your laser session, it is advisable to avoid tweezing and plucking in order to optimize results from laser hair removal. These methods yank hair at its follicle level and may prevent laser light from reaching and damaging it effectively.
When shaving, light pressure should be applied and gliding of the razor should be used across your skin. Too much force could result in cuts or wounds which require medical intervention to treat. Furthermore, anti-inflammatory drugs that increase bleeding should also be avoided.
